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ASE Introduces ADAS Specialist Certification Test
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By Counterman
The ASE Education Foundation recently convened a workshop to review the tasks and tools used by ASE-accredited collision repair and refinish programs in high schools and colleges nationwide.
The review committee consisted of individuals representing vehicle manufacturers, collision repair and refinish shop owners and technicians, instructors and industry trainers and equipment and parts suppliers.
“We want to thank the committee members for working diligently to review and enhance our standards for collision repair and refinish program accreditation,” said Mike Coley, president of the ASE Education Foundation. “The updates reflect what is happening in the industry with new technologies like EVs and ADAS and will help collision repair and refinish students be better prepared to enter the workforce.”
One of the major outcomes was the creation of a new area of accreditation entitled “Collision Repair and Refinish Fundamentals.”
This new area includes 121 distinct skills/tasks and requires a minimum of 300 hours of combined classroom/lab instruction. It draws from the existing areas of accreditation but focuses on five core skill areas highly valued by employers: damaged vehicle disassembly, reassembly, small-dent repair, plastic repair and prep for refinish.
The new option gives schools and local businesses another path to prepare students for success in entry-level positions with skills that are in high demand, according to ASE.
The updated collision repair and refinish standards include new hybrid and electric vehicle safety tasks that are required for all students in ASE-accredited collision repair and refinish programs. Two new task sections in mechanical and electrical components also were also added for advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and hybrid and electric vehicle service procedures.
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The inaugural class of the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) President’s Club will feature six of the most accomplished automotive service professionals in the transportation industry.
“We want to congratulate the first class of the ASE President’s Club,” said Tim Zilke, ASE president. “These outstanding individuals have earned distinction by receiving ASE certifications in over 50 areas as well as having successful careers as service professionals. These six are the best of the best and we are honored to induct them into the ASE President’s Club.”
The ASE President’s Club selections will be made each year, with any changes in status determined at that time. The current requirements include passing 51 ASE certification tests. The military test series and all OEM-specific tests are excluded from the ASE President’s Club requirements.
The following is the inaugural class of the 2023 ASE President’s Club:
David M. Burns – Hewlett Packard Enterprise Services (Eads, Tennessee) Daniel J. Fuller – Connecticut State Community College, Gateway Campus (Southbury, Connecticut) Robert S. Macas – AutoTime (Oak Lawn, Illinois) Glenn D. Markley – Cox Automotive (North Providence, Rhode Island) Zachary A. Merrill – The Car Whispers, LLC (Greenville, South Carolina) William J. Woods – First Vehicle Services (Delta, Pennsylvania) Established in 1972 as a non-profit organization,
link hidden, please login to view is a driving force in the transportation industry. As an independent third party, ASE upholds and promotes high standards of service and repair through the assessment, certification and credentialing of current and future industry professionals, and the prestigious ASE Blue Seal logo identifies professionals who possess the essential knowledge and skills to perform with excellence. Today, there are approximately 220,000 ASE-certified professionals at work in dealerships, independent shops, collision repair shops, auto parts stores, fleets, schools and colleges throughout the country.
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CarCapsule recently introduced the SC1 Corvette Series ShowCase ultra-premium vehicle-storage shelter, created with the Corvette owner in mind.
The SC1 Corvette Series ShowCase dramatically presents the Corvette in an exciting and aggressive rake design emblazoned with “GM Official Licensed Product” Corvette logos. The design of the ShowCase follows the lines of Corvette and makes the car look like it’s going fast, even while standing still, according to the company.
CarCapsule Technology seals the car away from dust, dirt, dings, corrosion, mildew, musty odors and pests. “The SC1 Corvette Series ShowCase sustains the immaculate appearance of the Corvette and diminishes the need for constant detailing upkeep,” the company said in a news release.
link hidden, please login to view is supported by a heavy-duty inflatable frame that features easy-open zippered back and side panels, allowing the Corvette to be easily driven in and out and accessed. No tools are required for setup, and no metal or plastic frame needs to be assembled. Simply layout the ShowCase, attach the patented pump and inflate/assemble the structure in less than five minutes. Once inflated, air pressure is continually maintained. In the event of a power loss, the inflatable frame will not collapse.
After working closely with the Chevrolet Corvette team, use of Corvette branding was approved.
“Corvette has always been at the forefront of innovation, and the officially licensed Corvette CarCapsule follows that same concept,” said Michael Stouffer, Corvette accessory product marketing manager.
Corvette logos celebrating the latest Corvette to the earliest are emblazoned throughout the SC1 Corvette Series ShowCase, including the zipper pulls.
For protection from moisture-related concerns, 24/7 E.S.T. (Evaporative Storage Technology) continually exchanges inside air with filtered outside air to maintain an optimal environment within the ShowCase, keeping the vehicle clean and dry.
IntelliCharge maintains the Corvette’s battery while in storage and integrates directly through the OEM connection port. IntelliCharge also provides a backup power source for the inflation and air circulation fan.
The SC1 ShowCase also is available without Corvette branding.
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BGA has added rocker covers to its product portfolio.
“This product perfectly complements their vast range of engine parts and fits well with BGA’s experience in high-quality plastic products like thermostat housings and sump pans,” the company said in a news release.
The product launch includes 19 references available off the shelf, with plans to extend the range to 63 references by the end of the year. All rocker covers are supplied with the relevant seals and gaskets.
“Our dedication to innovation and customer satisfaction drives us to continuously enhance our product offerings,” said Tom Wilderspin, commercial manager at BGA. “The launch of rocker covers streamlines sourcing processes and enhances overall efficiency for leading distributors across the world.”
To explore BGA’s full range of rocker covers, visit
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By Counterman
Autel has released its 2023 ADAS calibration coverage for an extensive list of vehicle brands.
With the release, Autel has added a dynamic DTC-analysis feature to provide causes and solutions for ADAS-sensor and component faults, the company noted.
Available to all MaxiSYS tablet owners – MS906 Pro and higher, with active ADAS-calibration software subscriptions – calibration coverage expands to:
GM – 2023-2024 Canyon, Cadillac Lyriq and XT4 Honda/Acura – 2023 HR-V, Pilot, Civic and Accord Hyundai – 2023 IONIQ 5 Infiniti – 2023-2025 Q50; 2024-2025 QX60; and 2023-2025 QX80 Kia – 2023 Sorento Land Rover – 2020-2023 Rover, Range Rover Sport and Discovery Lexus – 2022 RC300; 2022 UX200; 2023 NX400h, LC500h, LC500 and LC500C; and 2024 UX250H Maserati – 2023 Levante M161, Ghibli M157 and Quattroporte M156 Mazda – 2023 CX-50, CX-90 and MX-30 Nissan – 2023-2024 Versa; 2023-2025 Kicks; and 2023-2025 Rogue Sport Toyota – 2023-2024 BZ4X and 2023 Corolla Cross HEV The new DTC-analysis feature provides technicians with detailed fault-cause possibilities and suggested fault solutions including component repairs or replacements when a DTC in an ADAS system is detected. The feature is intended to facilitate the quick repair of the system with cause and solutions displayed with a tap on the question icon adjacent to the trouble code.
IA900WA users also should be aware of recent software updates to the wheel-alignment software for numerous vehicles, including those made by GM, Infiniti, Kia, Land Rover, Lexus, Maserati, Mazda, Nissan, Toyota and Volkswagen.
The Autel IA900WA wheel-alignment and ADAS-calibration system provides vehicle wheel-alignment coverage from the 1960s to today.
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